Get ready for Chowderfest Weekend and these great events!
Monday September 26th:
1. LBI Historical Association Dinner: 6pm at Howard’s Seafood Restaurant in Beach Haven Gardens. Call Suzette Whiting at 609-492-2483 for more information.
2. Lessons from the Holocaust: The Road War – 1936-1945: 10am-noon at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library in Surf City. Call 609-494-2480 to register.
Tuesday September 27th:
1. Adult Writers Group Meets: 1-3pm at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library in Surf City. All are welcome, call 609-494-2480 for more information.
Wednesday September 28th:
1. Gaming Club: 7pm at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library in Surf City. Kids 10 and older are invited to drop in for Wii games, board games, and more. Call 609-494-2480 for more information.
2. Healing Touch Clinic: 5:30-7:30pm at Causeway Chiropractic in Surf City. A relaxing, nurturing energy therapy. Clinic is free but donations are accepted. Email info@oceanhealingtouch.com.
3. Teen Advisory Board Meets: 6pm at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library in Surf City. Kids in grades 7-12 are invited to come and make suggestions for future events and programs. Call 609-494-2480 for more information.
Thursday September 29th:
1. Bead Happy Hour: 4-6pm at Just Bead It in North Beach Haven. Come and learn new beading techniques and make cool jewelry! Call 609-492-2323 for more information.
2. Boxes and Bubbles: 10:30am at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library in Surf City. Activity is for babies and toddlers and their caregivers. Call 609-494-2480 to register.
3. Day of Reflection: “Mary, Woman of Grace, Woman of the Eucharist” 10am-3:30pm at the Maris Stella Retreat & Conference Center in Harvey Cedars. Cost is $35 with lunch included. Call 609-494-2719 to register.
Friday September 30th:
1. History of the Southern End of Long Beach Island: 6:30pm at the Beach Haven Library on Third Street. Jeanette Lloyd presents 140 historical photographs and talks about the importance of Tucker’s Island and Beach Haven. For more information call 609-492-7081.
Saturday October 1st:
1. Chowderfest Weekend: Merchants Mart from 10am-4pm behind Bay Village in Beach Haven. Features great bargains from local shops, live music, an outdoor food court and more. Call 609-492-7211 for more information.
2. Mini Sea Glass & Art Festival (through the 2nd): 10am-3pm at Thing-A-Drift in Ship Bottom. Event includes shard and fossil experts, art, book readings and more. Call 609-361-1668 for more information.
3. Blessing of the Animals: 10am at St. Francis of Assisi Church Lawn in Brant Beach. All are welcome to bring their pets.
4. Southside Johnny Performs: 8pm at Surflight Theatre in Beach Haven. Call 609-492-9477 for more information.
Sunday October 2nd:
1. Chowderfest Weekend: Sunday Chowder Cook-Off from 11am-4pm behind Bay Village in Beach Haven. Featured the competition for best red and white chowder, unlimited tasting, live music and more. Call 609-492-7211 for more information.
2. Open House Wine and Cheese Reception: 2-6pm at Firefly Castle in Surf City. More than 20 artists will be there offering their work for sale. Call 609-361-7700 for more information.
Worship on Long Beach Island
- Grace Calvary Church in Ship Bottom – 609-494-7777
- Holy Innocents’ Episcopal Church in Beach Haven – 609-492-7571 or 609-492-2108
- Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Brant Beach – 609-494-6888
- Island Baptist Church in Beach Haven – 609-492-7584
- Jewish Community Center of Long Beach Island – 609-492-4090
Please Note: JCC Shabbat Services are Friday evening at 8:00 PM and Saturday morning at 9:30 AM at St.Thomas of Villanova Church in Surf City while the New Synagogue is being built. Shabbat on the beach on Friday, June 24th at 5:30 PM at the beach on 24th Street, Spray Beach.
- Kynett United Methodist Church of Beach Haven – 609-492-0421
- St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Brant Beach – 609-494-8813
- St. Peter’s at the Light Episcopal Church in Barnegat Light – 609-494-2398
- Terrace United Methodist Church in Beach Haven Terrace – 609-492-9843
- Zion Lutheran Church in Barnegat Light – 609-494-8676
Weekly Entertainment and Performances Found At:
- Bayberry Inn: (609-494-8848)
- Buckalew’s Tavern & Restaurant: (609-492-1065)
- Daddy O: (609-494-1300)
- The Gateway: (609-494-1661)
- Nardi’s Tavern: (609-492-9538)
- Terrace Tavern & Crab Shack: (609-492-9751)
Ongoing Events:
All Hands On Deck: Musical at Surflight Theatre in Beach Haven. Performances through October 2nd. Get your tickets now for this great show with songs from the 1940, celebrating America and paying tribute to our Veterans. Weekly performances and entertainment found at Surflight.org or by calling 609-492-9477.
Just Bead It: Offers beading classes DAILY for all ages. Our friendly, talented staff is eager to assist you in learning new techniques to handcraft your own unique jewelry! Visit www.fuession.com/workshopcalendar/njworkshopcalendar.html for more information on our classes and to view our calendar. 1305 Long Beach Blvd., North Beach Haven. Call 609-492-BEAD
Barnegat Lighthouse is Open: The # 2 tourism destination in the State Of New Jersey is open on weekends and has reported a “full parking lot” and a great number of visitors in the past few weekends.
Adult Writer’s Group Meets: Tuesdays through October 25th. 1-3pm at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library in Surf City. Call 609-494-2480 to register.
Print Center Exhibition: Through November 1st at the LBI Foundation of the Arts & Sciences in Loveladies. An international juried exhibition. Reception is September 17th from 5-7pm. Call 609-494-1241 for more information.
Mah Jong: Wednesdays from 12:30-4pm at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library In Surf City. Some previous experience is required. Call 609-494-2480 for more information.
Food Donations Needed: The St. Francis Food Pantry in Brant Beach is accepting donations of non-perishable foods as well as detergents, soaps, and shampoo.
Womens’ Council of Realtors: Meets the 2nd Tuesday of every month at the Bayberry Inn, 13th Street & Long Beach Blvd., Ship Bottom. Call Theresa Hill at 609-597-6464 for more information.
Awana Club Meets: 6:30-8pm at Grace Calvary Church in Ship Bottom every Thursday. All children welcome for songs, skits, Bible lessons and more. Call 609-494-7777 for more information.
Classes & Activities Offered: at the LBI Foundation of the Arts & Sciences. Classes vary from learning new languages to art mediums and sports lessons. Call 609-494-1241 for more information and registration.
Fiction Writers Group: Forming in Beach Haven: Meets 2 Thursdays per month from 5:30pm-7:30pm. Call Debi for more information 856-912-1369.
SwellColors: Workshops EVERY day for people of all ages in glass mosaics and hot glass beadmaking. This is a great experience for anyone to try. We also have a set schedule of classes that are a lot of fun and participants make beautiful things. 110th St. (Virginia Ave.) and Long Beach Blvd. Haven Beach, NJ 08008. For more information, you can call 609-492-3783
October 3: 50-50 Raffle Drawing: 11am at the LBI Historical Museum in Beach Haven. Call 609-492-0700 for more information.
October 3: Brain Games: 1pm at the Island Brach of the Ocean County Library in Surf City. Also on the 17th. Call 609-494-2480 for more information.
October 5: Intro to Stand-Up Paddleboarding: 9-10am at Sunset Park in Harvey Cedars. Fees vary, call 609-494-1241 to register.
October 6: Music & Movement: 10:30am at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library in Surf City. For ages 2-6, call 609-494-2480 to register.
October 7-10: Plein Air Show: 10am-5pm at Wildflowers Too in Barnegat Light. Call 609-361-1101 for more information.
October 8: Christmas Bazaar: 9am-1pm at Zion Lutheran Church in Barnegat Light. Holiday Items, collectibles, jewelry and more. Call 609-494-2980 for more information.
October 8: Holiday Bazaar & Foodfest: 8am-2:30pm at Terrace 1st United Methodist Church on the Beach Haven Terrace. Handmade crafts, country baked goods, decorations, mums, and more. Rain or shine, call 609-492-9843 for more information.
October 8: Roast Beef Dinner: Takeout from 2-8pm, dining room service from 4-8pm at High Point Firehouse in Harvey Cedars. Bring your own beverages, ice and glasses are provided. Adults $14, kids under 12 years $7.
October 8: Spaghetti Dinner and Car Raffle: 7pm at St. Francis Center in Brant Beach. Scojo’s caters the event. Adults $15, kids $8. Call 609-494-8813 for more information.
October 8: Texas Hold’em Tournament: 7-11pm at the Ship Bottom Firehouse. Event benefits the Kiwanis Club of LBI, doors open at 6. Call 609-709-0443 for more information.
October 9: LBI Commemorative 18 mile Run: Race begins at 10:30am in Holgate. Applications are available at St. Francis Center in Brant Beach. Luncheon and awards ceremony follows.
October 18: An Evening of Reflection: Love, Nature, a Reunion at Maris Stella Retreat & Conference Center. 5:30pm light supper with presentation to follow. Cost is $25, registration due by October 12. Call 609-492-2917 or 609-492-1182 for more information.
Health and Living Well on LBI
- LBI Flue Clinic Schedule: Sept. 29 at St. Francis Church Hall from 1-3pm, Oct. 6 at Barnegat Light Firehouse from 1-3pm. Call 609-492-1212 for more information.
- Free Blood Pressure Screening: October 4 at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library in Surf City. Call 609-494-2480 for more information.
- American Red Cross Bloodmobile: 1-7pm, Sept. 26th at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library in Surf City. Call 800-GIVELIFE for more information.
- St. Francis Senior Services: Outreach workers are available to assist with a variety of senior needs. Call 609-294-1197 for more information.
- Child & Adolescent Health Programs: Physical exams and immunizations are available for infants and children through age 18 at the LBI Health Department. Call 609-492-1212 for more information.
- Well Baby Clinic: at the LBI Health Department in Haven Beach. Call 609-361-1000 ex 250 or 609-492-1212 for appointment and information.
- Walking/Running Program: Monday-Friday 8-9am in the St. Francis Center gymnasium, Brant Beach. Call 609-494-8861 for more information.
- GED, Adult Basic Skills and 2nd Language Classes: Free classes provided by the St. Francis Family Services at the St. Francis Community Center. Call 609-597-9399 for more information.
- Parents and Children Together Homework Program: Mondays 6-8pm at the St. Francis Community Center in Brant Beach. Classes are designed to teach parents the skills they need to help children with homework. For grades 1-12. Call 609-597-9399 for more information.
For Your Interest:
- LBI Woodcarvers Association: meets 2nd Wednesday of every month at 7:30pm. Call 609-296-5606 for location.
- Awana Clubs Meet: Thursdays 6:30-8pm at Grace Calvary Church in Ship Bottom. All children are welcome for songs, skits, games, Bible lessons and more. Age groups include age 3-pre-K, grades K-2 and 3-6. Donation per session.
- St. Francis Community Pool Donations Sought: Send to St. Francis Swimming Pool Fund, 4700 Long Beach Blvd. Brant Beach, NJ 08008.
- Beach Haven Community Arts Program’s Commemorative Bricks: Bricks are placed in the paths at Veterans’ Bicentennial Park in Beach Haven. Donations are $50 and order forms are available at the Beach Haven Library, borough hall, Uncle Will’s Pancake House, or call 609-492-8362.
- Ongoing classes at the LBI Foundation of the Arts & Sciences. Visit http://www.lbifoundation.org/ for schedule and more information.
- New Members Wanted: The St. Francis Guild invites all interested in knitting, crochet, quilting, and/or other crafts to participate. Meets Wednesdays from 10am-2pm at the St. Francis Center in Brant Beach. Call Lenore Kane at 609-494-7330 for more information.
- Edith Duff Gwinn Gardens Fund-Raiser: The Garden Club of LBI offers memorial bricks to be placed in the gardens. Call 609-494-5791 for more information.
- St. Francis Youth Ministry: Offers junior and senior high school age students fellowship and involvement in their community. Call 609-494-8813, ext. 70 for more information.
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